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Legal Specialist - P4

United States of America, New York, New York - United Nations Development Programme

Background Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a 'leave no one behind' approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and [inspiring stories.](https://www.undp.org/careers)   UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.   UNDP's mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.  As the United Nations lead agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and to build resilience to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is concentrated in three focus areas: sustainable development, democratic governance and peace building, and climate and disaster resilience.  UNDP personnel are united by a common purpose: to help countries and communities across the world pursue peaceful, prosperous lives, lived in harmony with the planet. The Office of Legal Services in the Bureau for Management Services (BMS/OLS) provides strategic legal services of the highest standard to UNDP, UNCDF and UN Volunteers, giving pragmatic and timely legal advice that enables the right people to make good decisions.  BMS/OLS is seeking outstanding, proactive lawyers with a strong public service background, and the capacity and commitment needed to deliver transformative impact. We are seeking colleagues who challenge, inspire, and deliver sustained results. The Corporate and Institutional Team (C+I) within BMS/OLS advises on:  - Legal aspects of UNDP's mandate, legal framework and matters related to its corporate and institutional structure.  - Legal aspects of commercial contracts, including procurement contracts, agreements with non-staff personnel and other vendors/services providers, leases and other real estate matters, and contracts for banking services.  - Legal aspects and issues arising from partnerships, including financing arrangements with donors.  - Legal arrangements for and issues arising from inter-agency collaboration. Under the overall supervision of the General Counsel and Director of BMS/OLS, and reporting directly to the Senior Legal Advisor and Head of C+I, the Legal Specialist provides support to UNDP senior management, headquarters, Regional Bureaux and Country Offices as well as to the other Funds and Agencies, as appropriate, in the C+I practice area.   Duties and Responsibilities Under the guidance of the Senior Legal Adviser, the Legal Advisor performs the following primary functions: 1) Legal advice, guidance and counsel on contractual claim avoidance, mitigation and management, including: - Reviewing and negotiating complex contracts, reviewing claims and advising on the negotiation and settlement, and where appropriate arbitration, of claims and disputes arising from agreements, contracts and other arrangements, including commercial claims and disputes involving the Organization. 2) Legal advice, guidance and counsel on commercial matters, including: - Drafting, review and negotiation, and clearing deviations to standard, contracts for goods and services, civil works, leases and premises agreements, banking and other agreement with vendors, in close consultation with the respective internal client(s). 3) Legal advice, guidance and counsel on partnership arrangements and donor financing agreements between various partners and donors, and UNDP, including: - Drafting, review and negotiations, and clearing deviations to standard, donor financing agreements and partnership instruments. - Reviews and, as required, negotiates and revises corporate agreements with partners, including donors, which govern their overall relationship with UNDP in close consultation with the respective internal client. 4) Legal advice, guidance and counsel on corporate and institutional issues, and matters arising from the Organization's status, mandate and legal structure: - Support in providing legal advice on the interpretation and application of the Organization's mandate and legal framework including with respect to the financial regulations, and rules, prescriptive content (policies and procedures) and questions and matters involving privileges and immunities of the Organization (the latter in coordination with UN/OLA). - Legal advice and assistance with respect to the Organization's interagency arrangements, common issues and provision of services, including related to multi-partner trust funds and other arrangements. 5) Creation and maintenance of a robust institutional and corporate legal system, training activities and knowledge management: - Assists in facilitating training programs on institutional, corporate and commercial issues for UNDP personnel globally. - Development and updating of agreements and templates, reviews non-standard agreements and provides advice on the creation and interpretation of policies and procedures that BMS/OLS is responsible for. - Regularly updates the Senior Legal Adviser on legal issues in the matters assigned, and identifies recurring issues based on experience gained from addressing issues related to any of the above-mentioned functions. - Identifies and advises on areas where systemic or policy changes may be warranted in order to strengthen UNDP's accountability and/or allow operational units to carry out their functions more effectively and efficiently, including review of standard texts, policies and procedures, in consultation with the concerned substantive units.   Competencies Core Competencies - UNDP Core Competencies can be found [here](https://www.undp.org/sites/g/files/zskgke326/files/2021-12/CoreBehaviouralCompetencies.pdf). - Achieve Results - LEVEL 3:  Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact.     - Think Innovatively - LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems.    - Learn Continuously - LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences. - Adapt with Agility - LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands. - Act with Determination - LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results.     - Engage and Partner - LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration.   - Enable Diversity and Inclusion - LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity. Cross-Functional & Technical competencies: - Business Management - Customer Satisfaction/Client Management: Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns. - Business Development - Integration within the UN: Ability to identity, and integrate capacity and assets of the UN system, and engage in joint work; knowledge of the UN System and ability to apply this knowledge to strategic and/or practical situations. - Legal - Knowledge of privileges and immunities: Understanding the legal basis for privileges and immunities, specifically the General Convention and the standard basic assistance agreements, and the application of privileges and immunities corporately. - Business Management - Risk Management: Ability to identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively managing risks. - Legal - Negotiation: The ability to work with others to conclude or settle a matter. These are often soft skills and include abilities such as communication, persuasion, planning, strategizing and cooperating. In the UNDP context, this skill includes working closely with the client to understand the parameters of an acceptable solution, assisting business units in resolving commercial disputes, working with staff members or their legal representatives to resolve a grievance, claim or issue. Negotiation often involves working with people who hold differing views to arrive at an acceptable corporate solution. - Legal - Legal analysis skills: The ability to digest large amounts of information to frame and understand an issue, apply the legal framework, and present a coherent and comprehensive analysis that delivers practical and meaningful advice. This skill includes the ability to make an objective assessment of a matter, provide the organization's best arguments for proceeding, and offer a recommended course of action. It also includes the capacity to think creatively and flexibly, within the applicable legal framework. - Legal - Legal writing skills: The ability to analyze fact patterns and present written arguments. This includes the ability to draft memoranda, legal briefs and other submissions to external parties, in both an advocacy and objective format, and legal opinions. It also includes the ability to convey legal analysis and recommendations to internal parties who may not have a legal background.   Required Skills and Experience   Education: - An advanced degree (Master's Degree) in law from a recognized university, or - A first-level university degree (Bachelor's Degree) in law in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.   Experience: - A minimum of 7 years (with Master's Degree), or of 9 years (with Bachelor's Degree), practical experience in the practice of law with a law firm, a government and/or international organization's legal office is required.  - Practical and progressive experience in effective contractual dispute prevention, and contractual dispute resolution, including litigation before courts, arbitration, or other forms of dispute resolution required.  - Experience with UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules highly desirable. - Understanding of, and experience with, the privileges and immunities of international organizations is an asset.  - Understanding of, and experience with, the United Nations system, including its Legal Framework and the legal institutional arrangements of United Nations organizations, is an asset.  - Excellent project management skills, the ability to monitor and follow up on many activities concurrently under time constraints and the ability to understand and manage priorities.  - Excellent research, legal writing and drafting skills.  - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and client focus.  - An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards. Language: - Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. - Fluency in French and/or Spanish is an asset. Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.   Disclaimer   [Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)](https://jobs.undp.org/cj_us_permanent_card_holders.cfm)    Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.    UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.   Applicant information about UNDP rosters Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.   Non-discrimination UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.     UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.   Scam warning The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. 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25/03/2024 - 30/03/2024

Human Rights & Inclusive Governance International Intern

Vietnam, Hanoi, Hanoi - United Nations Development Programme

Background UNDP in Viet Nam provides support in the areas of democratic governance and participation, inclusive and equitable growth, and sustainable development, climate change and disaster risk reduction. As the world is seeking to address the effects of challenges such as the climate crisis and protracted conflicts, the importance of strengthening the rule of law and respect for human rights has become increasingly apparent. In 2020, UN Secretary-General António Guterres launched the "Call to Action for Human Rights", firmly placing human rights at the center of UN action as enablers for the achievement of SDGs and the pledge of leaving no one behind. Against this background, UNDP in Viet Nam puts a human rights-based approach at the heart of all country development efforts, working with State and non-state partners to make sure that everyone has equal right and opportunity to participate meaningfully in governance processes and influence decisions that affect them. In particular, UNDP advocates for and supports participatory approaches and upholding the principle of "nothing about us without us" in all planning and policymaking. This includes in emerging issues such as governance for a just energy transition and ensuring a human rights-based approach to all climate change action. Across policy areas, UNDP promotes increased alignment between domestic law and international human rights standards for better respect, protection, and fulfilment of human rights for all people, including LGBTIQ+, persons with disabilities, detainees, prisoners, and others who are often marginalized or at risk of being left behind. This includes efforts to ensure the right to a fair trial for every person accused of a crime, particularly in serious criminal cases that may result in the death penalty. In addition, UNDP promotes efforts to ensure that the death penalty is applied in a restrictive manner in line with international human rights standards, and advocates for further limiting its scope and application.   Human rights portfolio UN Human Rights Mechanisms: Supporting Viet Nam in implementing and reporting on its human rights obligations, UNDP works closely with Government agencies under several UN human rights mechanisms. This includes the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), Convention against Torture (CAT), International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), and Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). In addition, UNDP Vietnam aims to ensure meaningful and inclusive participation and consultation of multi-stakeholder in reporting on and monitoring the implementation of Viet Nam's human rights commitments.   Participation and representation: UNDP in Viet Nam is working with government institutions, academia, civil society organizations and development partners to improve inclusiveness, non-discrimination, and representation of all stakeholders in governance issues. Removing barriers preventing the active and meaningful participation of specific population groups in governance, with an emphasis on women, and women organisations, movements and networks; young people, and youth organisations, movements and networks; and other historically marginalised population groups like persons with disabilities, displaced people and refugees and their organisations. Barriers may include capacities (technical, financial, economic) as well as social norms. We also support capacity development, knowledge generation, and technical assistance to strengthen integrity, gender equality, youth participation, and the overall inclusiveness (LNOB, PwDs, LGBTIQ+) and effectiveness of electoral systems and processes.   Human rights-based approach to complex and emerging challenges: UNDP in Viet Nam supports the Government in developing and implementing the National Action Plan on Business and Human rights and promotes the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human rights. Human rights and climate change nexus – the role of women, PWD, Youth, Migrants and Ethnic Minorities. UNDP also works to promote the right to a fair trial of the accused in particular serious criminal cases, and the application of international human rights standards applicable to the death penalty, with a view to establishing a moratorium on executions and promoting the abolition of the death penalty.   Duties and Responsibilities Under the guidance and direct supervision of Human rights & Inclusive Governance Analyst – Governance & Participation Unit, the Human rights & Inclusive Governance Intern will assume the following tasks: The Intern is expected to contribute to the delivery of Project Activities under the Governance and Participation Team, particularly related to UN human rights mechanisms, the right to a fair trial, energy governance, and other emerging issues such as the human rights and climate change nexus. The Intern will have the following assignment of responsibilities: • Provide technical assistance to the design and implementation of project activities in the related fields, including project design, technical advisory, basis research, and drafting briefing notes, talking points, and other materials to support UNDP senior management. • Contribute to administrative and logistics management, including coordinating and organizing workshops, events and meetings, proofreading of documents, etc. • Assist in creating social media and communication content on topics and activities related to human rights, rule of law and access to justice, and emerging issues including energy governance and the human rights and climate change nexus; • Identify opportunities for resource mobilization to expand UNDP's work in these areas. Lead the development of funding proposals and provide technical support to the development of related funding proposals, if required. • Contribute to the design and delivery of activities beyond the areas mentioned, as part of a team, when needed; The Intern is expected to be flexible regarding the scope of tasks, and support activities under the Governance and Participation Team as needed, particularly under the Human Rights Portfolio.   Competencies • Teamwork: ability to work in a diverse team with different nationalities • Innovation: ability to make new and useful ideas work • Communication: ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform • Delivery: ability to get things done   Required Skills and Experience - Education: Preference is given to candidates with a bachelor's degree or higher in political science, human rights, international development, or similar field; - Experience: At least 01 year of demonstrated experience in human rights issues (preferably related to UN human rights mechanisms and standards ); diversity and inclusion, gender equality, LGBTIQ+ , youth, or other governance issues - Language requirements:  English   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). 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25/03/2024 - 31/03/2024

Juriste assistante ou assistant – Suisse

France, Grand Est, Strasbourg - Council of Europe

Référence : e019/2024 Localisation : Strasbourg, France Date limite : 10/04/2024                 Êtes-vous jeune diplômé-e en droit souhaitant acquérir une expérience professionnelle dans une organisation internationale œuvrant pour les droits humains, la démocratie et l'État de droit ? Voulez-vous aider la Cour européenne des droits de l'homme  à assurer le respect des droits de 700 millions d'Européens ? Le traitement de requêtes alléguant des violations des droits énoncés dans la Convention européenne des droits de l'homme vous intéresse ? Si tel est le cas, ce programme pourrait être une bonne opportunité pour vous. Qui sommes-nous ? Avec plus de 2200 membres du Personnel représentant ses 46 États membres, le Conseil de l'Europe est une Organisation multiculturelle. Nous œuvrons à une meilleure protection des droits humains, de la démocratie et de l'État de droit. Nos trois valeurs fondamentales - le professionnalisme, l'intégrité et le respect - guident notre façon de travailler. La Cour européenne des droits de l'homme (CEDH) est l'organe judiciaire qui contrôle la mise en œuvre de la Convention européenne des droits de l'homme dans les États membres. Les individus peuvent porter plainte pour violation de leurs droits devant la Cour de Strasbourg dès lors que toutes les voies de recours ont été épuisées dans l'État membre concerné. Pour plus d'informations sur ses activités, voir le [site web de la Cour](https://www.echr.coe.int/Pages/home.aspx?p=home&c=fre). Le Conseil de l'Europe a son siège à Strasbourg, en France, et est également présent dans plus de vingt pays. [Voir ici](https://www.coe.int/fr/web/programmes/external-offices) pour plus d'informations sur la présence extérieure du Conseil de l'Europe. Votre rôle En tant que Juriste assistante ou assistant, vous assisterez les membres du greffe plus expérimentés dans la préparation de la correspondance avec les requérants et la rédaction des décisions dans des affaires standard. Vous aurez la charge :   - d'examiner et traiter les requêtes irrecevables prima facie et les requêtes pouvant être traitées de manière standard ; - de rédiger des décisions, des procès-verbaux, des rapports, des notes et autres documents ; - d'assister aux sessions de la Cour et présenter des requêtes ; - d'assister en tant que de besoin un-e ou plusieurs juristes à l'expérience confirmée en charge des requêtes pour la préparation de ces dernières en vue de leur examen par la Cour. Le programme de jeunes professionnel-le-s ouvre les portes du Conseil de l'Europe aux personnes qui sont au début de leur carrière en leur donnant la possibilité d'acquérir une expérience de travail auprès de cette institution paneuropéenne. À la Cour, vous bénéficierez de contacts de travail réguliers avec des membres du Personnel, les assisterez dans leur travail quotidien et bénéficierez du programme de formation de l'Organisation tout en approfondissant vos connaissances de cette dernière. La durée de l'emploi dans le cadre de ce programme est limitée à quatre ans. Ce que nous recherchons Vous devez : - avoir un diplôme de l'enseignement supérieur en droit, obtenu en Suisse, d'un niveau permettant l'accès, sur titre ou sur concours, à l'administration judiciaire ou aux professions juridiques en Suisse ; - avoir au maximum deux ans d'expérience professionnelle pertinente acquise, après l'obtention du diplôme exigé, dans le domaine juridique (de préférence judiciaire) en Suisse ou dans des Organisations internationales; - avoir une très bonne connaissance de l'une des deux langues officielles du Conseil de l'Europe (français, anglais) et la capacité à rédiger de manière claire et concise des textes juridiques dans cette langue ; - avoir une très bonne connaissance de l'allemand ; - avoir la nationalité de l'un des États membres du Conseil de l'Europe et satisfaire aux conditions permettant l'accès à la fonction publique nationale de ce pays ; - être en règle avec toute obligation relative au service national (militaire, civil ou équivalent) ; - ne pas être le parent, l'enfant, l'enfant du conjoint/partenaire ou le petit-enfant d'une agente ou agent en activité au Conseil de l'Europe ; - avoir moins de 35 ans à la date limite de dépôt des candidatures de l'avis de vacance. Postulez et démontrez que vous avez les compétences suivantes :                                                       - Expertise professionnelle et technique : - connaissance approfondie du système juridique suisse et capacité à traiter des affaires relevant d'autres juridictions; - connaissance de la jurisprudence de la CEDH et du droit international. - Capacités rédactionnelles - Souci de la qualité - Planification et organisation du travail - Analyse et résolution des problèmes - Apprentissage et développement - Capacité à travailler en équipe et à coopérer - Adaptabilité Les compétences suivantes seraient un atout : - Souci des résultats - Communication - Prise de décision - Sens de l'initiative Ce que nous offrons La durée totale cumulée des contrats sous ce type d'emploi ne pourra pas excéder quatre ans. Vous percevrez un salaire mensuel brut de base de 4 107 € exonéré de l'impôt national sur le revenu. La date limite de dépôt des candidatures est fixée au 10 avril 2024 (minuit heure Normale d'Europe Centrale).   Suivez le lien : [https://www.coe-recruitment.com/JobDetails.aspx?vacancyID=2220&Lang=En ](https://www.coe-recruitment.com/JobDetails.aspx?vacancyID=2220&Lang=En)

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25/03/2024 - 10/04/2024

Ethics Senior Associate, Prevention Team (3 local positions)

Colombia, Bogota D.C., Bogota - Inter-American Development Bank

Location: Colombia, Costa Rica, and Jamaica The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.   About this position  The IDB Group Office of Ethics (ETH) is looking for a dynamic, resourceful, and reliable Ethics Prevention Senior Associate. As an Ethics Prevention Senior Associate, you will be responsible for responding to employee consultations regarding the interpretation and application of the IDB Group Codes of Ethics and Professional Conduct (''the Code/s"), recommending appropriate mitigating or remedial actions as necessary, and supporting the Declaration of Interests Program. Additionally, you will be expected to develop trusting and collaborative relationships with IDB and IDB Invest management and employees in the IDB Group's relevant regions' Country Offices (Central America, Caribbean, South America) to accomplish other diverse functions, such as delivering training and outreach activities, handling the intake of consultations and allegations of misconduct, collaborating in misconduct investigations, and supporting or leading other special projects. You will work in the Prevention Team of the Office of Ethics (ETH). This team is responsible for providing impartial assistance to employees and management of the IDB and IDB Invest in reviewing and resolving matters regarding ethics and workplace conduct. The Office helps prevent possible misconduct and promotes ethical behavior and workplace conduct through different activities. ETH answers consultations and provides advice in response to requests for interpretation of the Codes; administers the Declaration of Interests Program (which requires that all IDB Group employees either complete a detailed annual reporting of their financial and outside interests or certify compliance with the Codes); and leads training, outreach, and communications initiatives.  The Office also receives and investigates allegations of misconduct, as provided in IDB Group policies. What you'll do - Provide excellent customer service to IDB Group employees regarding the interpretation and application of the Codes with respect to conflicts of interest and other related matters. This implies, among others, conducting research, analyzing, and giving timely, clear, and logical written and oral answers to a high volume of complex consultations. - Coordinate and consult with other IDB Group Departments or other outside experts to gather information, or benchmark, on relevant issues regarding consultations and recommend appropriate mitigating or remedial actions as necessary and appropriate to ensure compliance with the Codes. - Provide technical support and peer review to teams or Departments outside ETH who require expertise and/or advice regarding specific Codes' issues, such as conflicts of interest or acceptable financial or outside activities. - Support the intake of consultations and allegations of misconduct, as appropriate. - Support the preparation and administration of the IDB and the IDB Invest Declaration of Interests (DOI) Program. This includes collaborating closely with outside consultants and the Human Resources and Information Technology Departments and providing user support during the launch and open period of the program. - Monitor and ensure compliance by conducting reviews of all declarations for potential conflicts of interest. If conflicts are identified, handle, mitigate, or otherwise address them. - Brief ETH team leaders and the Ethics Officer on high-level, complex consultations and DOI matters and recommend appropriate mitigating or remedial actions as necessary. - As a member of a multidisciplinary team, build trusting and collaborative relationships with IDB and IDB Invest employees in the relevant region to provide information about ETH and its services, the IDB Group's anti-retaliation policy, and encourage consultations and reporting misconduct. - Collaborate and participate in developing and delivering training, outreach, and communication programs and initiatives. - Support the work of ETH investigations, with a special focus on conflict of interest. - Lead, collaborate, or support various special projects or activities to carry out the ETH work program, including data analytics, and recommend improvements to ETH's work and services. - Build networks and coordinate activities with similar officers in other multilateral institutions to promote coordination, best practices, and knowledge sharing.      What you'll need  - Education: Master's degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Education, Law, Ethics, Business, Human Resources, or other fields relevant to the role's responsibilities.  - Experience: At least four years of progressive experience in one or more of the following areas: ethics and compliance, experience in conducting analysis and providing advice specifically around conflicts of interest and practical knowledge or experience with disclosure of interest programs in international or other public organizations and/or experience in the operations, contracting, procurement, audit, or legal areas of an international organization. - Languages:  Proficiency in English is required, Spanish is preferable, and knowledge of French or Portuguese is a plus.   [Key skills](https://idbg.sharepoint.com/sites/hrd/en/pages/career/cmf.aspx?xsdata=mdv8mdf8fgjimjhhmgqymzfmotrinjbmyzrjmdhkytzmmtm3njc2fdlkzmixyta1nwyxzdq0owe4otywnjjhymnindc5ztdkfdb8mhw2mzc5ndq0mjy2mdg5mtc1odb8r29vzhxwr1zoylhovfpxtjfjbwwwzvzobgnuwnbzmly4zxlkv0lqb2lnqzr3tgpbd01eqwlmq0prswpvavyybhvneklptenkqlrpstzjazkwyudweulpd2lwmvfpt2pfegzrpt18mxxnvgs2yldwbgrhbhvamtlozwtrmfdusk9hrnbfuvhst1jhtxduvk13tuu5rvvusk1wr3mwvdfksmrfmuhxwgxaywtwb1dsunjlbhbfu1rsqwrhahlav0zrtg5zexx8&sdata=ri9xngrtmghad1jsl2nprvn3k1vodu90bdjnodmvwm1bt2ivr2f0we1htt0=&ovuser=9dfb1a05-5f1d-449a-8960-62abcb479e7d,raquelri@iadb.org&or=teams-hl&ct=1658857082425&clickparams=eyjbchboyw1lijoivgvhbxmtrgvza3rvccisikfwcfzlcnnpb24ioiiyny8ymja3mdmwmdgxncisikhhc0zlzgvyyxrlzfvzzxiiomzhbhnlfq==) - Learn continuously - Collaborate and Share Knowledge - Focus on clients  - Communicate and influence  - Innovate and take risks   Requirements - Citizenship:  You are either a citizen of Colombia, Costa Rica, and Jamaica or a citizen of one of our 48 member countries with residency or legal permit to work in Colombia, Costa Rica, or Jamaica. - Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.   Type of contract and duration - National staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.   What we offer The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee's life. These benefits include: - A competitive compensation package. - Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leave. - Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. - Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and supports employees in planning their future. - Hybrid and flexible work schedules - Health and well-being:  Access to our Health Services Center, which provides preventive care and health education for employees. - Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile, such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. Our culture At the IDB Group, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org  to request a reasonable accommodation to complete this application. Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.     About the IDB Group The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab, offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.   About IDB The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social, and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts cutting-edge research and provides policy advice, technical assistance, and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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22/03/2024 - 01/04/2024

Peace professional (f/m/x) for disaster risk prevention and management in Nepal

Nepal, Bāgmatī, Kathmandu - Dienste in Übersee

Background Fullness of life for all in a transformed Nepali society is the vision of United Mission of Nepal. UMN is committed to addressing the causes of poverty in Nepal and to achieving peace and justice for all. The focal points of UMN's work include the promotion of educational opportunities for the poorest in Nepalese society as well as contributions to improving medical care. Other areas of focus include food security, peacebuilding, strengthening Christian actors in their commitment to poverty alleviation, and dealing with the consequences of the severe earthquake of 2015 and the Covid-19 pandemic. Nepal is one of the countries that is repeatedly affected by natural disasters due to its geological and climatic conditions. In response to the 2015 earthquake, the Nepalese government approved the Disaster Reduction and Management Act in 2017 and a disaster risk reduction and prevention strategy a year later. This strategy links climate adaptation measures, sustainable development goals and disaster prevention/management. UMN, as a humanitarian organisation with good access to particularly remote areas, has already provided emergency and reconstruction aid after the earthquake in 2015, supported by Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe. UMN's organisational culture is characterised by a Christian attitude, a Nepali management style, the presence of international professionals and 60 years of experience. You are located in Kathmandu, Nepal.   Job Scope You will contribute to capacity building in disaster risk reduction and disaster management at UMN and its partner organizations in order to strengthen structural resilience and response capacity in the face of disasters. In more detail, you will be responsible for the following: - Introduction of humanitarian standards for quality and accountability - Risk analysis taking into consideration participatory approaches and risk assessment - Analyzing and identifying potential for self-help - Drawing up teaching materials - Conceptualizing and carrying out trainings as well as mentoring - Building a more extensive international network   Profile  - Professional experience in humanitarian work, ideally in countries of the Global South - Sound background in standards for disaster management - A relevant university degree, minimum Master, preferably in disaster management - Competency in English (both written and spoken) - Enjoying the conception and implementation of workshops - Openness and motivation for social integration into the culture of Nepal and of UMN - Ability to travel for business in the region  Citizenship of a Member State of the European Union or Switzerland is required.    Benefits provided by Bread for the World and Dienste in Übersee  Bread for the World provides a framework in which the professionals of Dienste in Übersee share their knowledge and skills with people of another culture.  Supportive cooperation, mutual learning and intercultural exchange are enabled by: - Individual preparation - Three year contract with benefits in accordance with the German Development Aid Workers Act - Coaching

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22/03/2024 - 22/04/2024

Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Chief of Evaluation and Oversight Section - P5

United States of America, New York, New York - OCHA

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Executive Office (EO), Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), in New York. OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies and natural disasters. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response effort. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate for the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions. The Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Chief of Evaluation and Oversight Section reports to the Executive Officer.   Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Chief of Evaluation and Oversight Section will be responsible for the following duties: • Provides authoritative technical and policy advice to senior management in OCHA and other agencies in the UN system, Member State officials, international and regional organizations on programmes, projects and issues of significant impact on humanitarian, emergency relief and disaster response/management efforts, and particularly as they refer to performance/results monitoring, evaluation and guidance. • Monitors the performance of the institution's humanitarian mandate; influences the development and evolution of the UN approach to humanitarian affairs; designs and implements significant policy and programme changes to address country, regional, global humanitarian affairs issues, including gender considerations; conceptualizes the linkages with other entities in the Secretariat. • Coordinates the engagement and reporting on oversight activities by OIOS, JIU and the BoA; ensures a close follow up on the action plan with the senior management on the implementation of the recommendation, work closely with the OIOS and BoA on the workplan and organizes and supports the country offices with regard to the oversight exercises. • Provides strategic direction to the undertaking of OCHA and inter-agency humanitarian evaluations, and to the OCHA evaluation and guidance functions. • Conceptualizes, formulates and manages major projects; leads and directs a multi-agency team in carrying out disaster assessment or other missions; prepares situation reports to the international community, apprising of situation to date and specifying unmet requirements of stricken countries. • Leads capacity building initiatives; identifies bottlenecks and gaps and develops proposals to improve response systems and mechanisms, to include technical assistance in the design of specific coordination and other systems/mechanisms; organizes and participates as trainer/resource person in national and international training seminars. • Serves as primary liaison with non-UN entities, including the OCHA donor support group, retreats, senior host government officials, donor representatives, NGO officials, the media, etc., in emergency situations. • Establishes overall work plan and budget for the Section. • Leads and directs a team of staff; oversee activities for the section; plans and allocates work assignments; coaches, mentors and evaluates staff; participates in recruitment, selection and training of new staff and in the development of training programs. • Organizes and/or chairs inter-agency and other international meetings, conferences, task forces; presents views and policies of the unit/institution. • Initiates, supervises and finalizes position papers and related submissions; prepares diverse reports, papers, policy guidelines, parliamentary documents, statements, presentations, etc. for senior management.   Competencies • Professionalism: Knowledge of full range of humanitarian and emergency relief assistance and related human rights issues.  Ability to advise senior management and other senior officials on approaches and techniques to address highly complex/sensitive issues. Demonstrated capacity for intellectual leadership; conceptual and strategic analytical capacity and ability to thoroughly analyze and evaluate critical matters pertaining to a broad spectrum of humanitarian and emergency relief issues/problems. Demonstrated capacity for original and creative thinking, independent judgment and discretion in advising on and handling major policy, project and other issues/problems.  Ability to negotiate and ability to influence others to reach agreement on difficult issues.  Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery).  Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines related to humanitarian affairs and seasoned knowledge of the institutions of the UN system. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. • Teamwork:  Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable. • Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing. • Managing Performance: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.   Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, public administration, international studies, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.     Work Experience A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or other related area is required. Experience in programme management and/or evaluation of projects and programmes , including at senior level is required. Experience in programme planning, monitoring and reporting, including leading or managing evaluations in the UN common system organizations or comparable international organization is required. Experience in leading and managing cross functional teams composed of persons from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds is required. Experience in the use of qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies is required. A minimum of four (4) years in the last ten (10) years of international field experience in aid operations is desirable.   Languages French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the positions advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.   Assessment   The evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.   Special Notice The duration of this post is for one year with the possibility of extension. For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 30 November 2023, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belize, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Cuba, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Djibouti, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Hungary, Israel, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Malta, Marshall Islands, Micronesia (Federated States of), Monaco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Qatar, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity.  All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs.  The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfil the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.   United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.  The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship.  Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c).  Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised.  This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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22/03/2024 - 01/04/2024

Juriste assistante ou assistant – Suisse

France, Grand Est, Strasbourg - Solid Find Limited

Référence : e019/2024 Localisation : Strasbourg, France Date limite : 10/04/2024                 Êtes-vous jeune diplômé-e en droit souhaitant acquérir une expérience professionnelle dans une organisation internationale œuvrant pour les droits humains, la démocratie et l'État de droit ? Voulez-vous aider la Cour européenne des droits de l'homme  à assurer le respect des droits de 700 millions d'Européens ? Le traitement de requêtes alléguant des violations des droits énoncés dans la Convention européenne des droits de l'homme vous intéresse ? Si tel est le cas, ce programme pourrait être une bonne opportunité pour vous. Qui sommes-nous ? Avec plus de 2200 membres du Personnel représentant ses 46 États membres, le Conseil de l'Europe est une Organisation multiculturelle. Nous œuvrons à une meilleure protection des droits humains, de la démocratie et de l'État de droit. Nos trois valeurs fondamentales - le professionnalisme, l'intégrité et le respect - guident notre façon de travailler. La Cour européenne des droits de l'homme (CEDH) est l'organe judiciaire qui contrôle la mise en œuvre de la Convention européenne des droits de l'homme dans les États membres. Les individus peuvent porter plainte pour violation de leurs droits devant la Cour de Strasbourg dès lors que toutes les voies de recours ont été épuisées dans l'État membre concerné. Pour plus d'informations sur ses activités, voir le [site web de la Cour](https://www.echr.coe.int/Pages/home.aspx?p=home&c=fre). Le Conseil de l'Europe a son siège à Strasbourg, en France, et est également présent dans plus de vingt pays. [Voir ici](https://www.coe.int/fr/web/programmes/external-offices) pour plus d'informations sur la présence extérieure du Conseil de l'Europe. Votre rôle En tant que Juriste assistante ou assistant, vous assisterez les membres du greffe plus expérimentés dans la préparation de la correspondance avec les requérants et la rédaction des décisions dans des affaires standard. Vous aurez la charge :   - d'examiner et traiter les requêtes irrecevables prima facie et les requêtes pouvant être traitées de manière standard ; - de rédiger des décisions, des procès-verbaux, des rapports, des notes et autres documents ; - d'assister aux sessions de la Cour et présenter des requêtes ; - d'assister en tant que de besoin un-e ou plusieurs juristes à l'expérience confirmée en charge des requêtes pour la préparation de ces dernières en vue de leur examen par la Cour. Le programme de jeunes professionnel-le-s ouvre les portes du Conseil de l'Europe aux personnes qui sont au début de leur carrière en leur donnant la possibilité d'acquérir une expérience de travail auprès de cette institution paneuropéenne. À la Cour, vous bénéficierez de contacts de travail réguliers avec des membres du Personnel, les assisterez dans leur travail quotidien et bénéficierez du programme de formation de l'Organisation tout en approfondissant vos connaissances de cette dernière. La durée de l'emploi dans le cadre de ce programme est limitée à quatre ans. Ce que nous recherchons Vous devez : - avoir un diplôme de l'enseignement supérieur en droit, obtenu en Suisse, d'un niveau permettant l'accès, sur titre ou sur concours, à l'administration judiciaire ou aux professions juridiques en Suisse ; - avoir au maximum deux ans d'expérience professionnelle pertinente acquise, après l'obtention du diplôme exigé, dans le domaine juridique (de préférence judiciaire) en Suisse ou dans des Organisations internationales; - avoir une très bonne connaissance de l'une des deux langues officielles du Conseil de l'Europe (français, anglais) et la capacité à rédiger de manière claire et concise des textes juridiques dans cette langue ; - avoir une très bonne connaissance de l'allemand ; - avoir la nationalité de l'un des États membres du Conseil de l'Europe et satisfaire aux conditions permettant l'accès à la fonction publique nationale de ce pays ; - être en règle avec toute obligation relative au service national (militaire, civil ou équivalent) ; - ne pas être le parent, l'enfant, l'enfant du conjoint/partenaire ou le petit-enfant d'une agente ou agent en activité au Conseil de l'Europe ; - avoir moins de 35 ans à la date limite de dépôt des candidatures de l'avis de vacance. Postulez et démontrez que vous avez les compétences suivantes :                                                       - Expertise professionnelle et technique : - connaissance approfondie du système juridique suisse et capacité à traiter des affaires relevant d'autres juridictions; - connaissance de la jurisprudence de la CEDH et du droit international. - Capacités rédactionnelles - Souci de la qualité - Planification et organisation du travail - Analyse et résolution des problèmes - Apprentissage et développement - Capacité à travailler en équipe et à coopérer - Adaptabilité Les compétences suivantes seraient un atout : - Souci des résultats - Communication - Prise de décision - Sens de l'initiative Ce que nous offrons La durée totale cumulée des contrats sous ce type d'emploi ne pourra pas excéder quatre ans. Vous percevrez un salaire mensuel brut de base de 4 107 € exonéré de l'impôt national sur le revenu. La date limite de dépôt des candidatures est fixée au 10 avril 2024 (minuit heure Normale d'Europe Centrale).     Suivez le lien : [https://www.coe-recruitment.com/JobDetails.aspx?vacancyID=2220&Lang=En ](https://www.coe-recruitment.com/JobDetails.aspx?vacancyID=2220&Lang=En)

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21/03/2024 - 10/04/2024

Head of Delegation - Jordan

Jordan, Amman, Amman - Terre des hommes

Position Start Date :  01.07.2024 Duration : 24 months with possible extension Location : Amman, Jordan Status : Accompanied   Terre des hommes does not set closing dates for this position; recruitment is on-going until the position is filled.   Tdh : Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh), with headquarters in Lausanne and an office in Zurich, is the leading Swiss organisation for child rights. In 2022, we supported 2.6 million children and members of their communities around the world. We trained people who in turn supported a further 4.5 million children and members of their communities.   Context : Tdh works in Jordan since 2007, in close collaboration with recognized local partners, with current funding from SDC, ECHO, AFD, Netherlands MoFA and the Australian Embassy. The main office of the delegation is located in Amman (Jordan) and there is an operational hub in the EJC camp, in addition to several other areas of implementation through local partners. The Jordan delegation comprises around 30 employees and 50 volunteers and works with six local partners. Tdh implements a resilience-based approach aiming to strengthen the whole system for the benefit of refugee communities and vulnerable host communities and Tdh multisectoral models of action provide support to children, youth, family/caregiver and communities while working on capacity development of key local – formal and informal – actors.  Over the decades, Tdh - one of the Child Protection leading agencies in Jordan - has developed specific expertise in Protection and Migration and Access to Justice (A2J) programs - via direct implementation and through local partners.   Responsibilities : As representative of the organisation, the Head of Delegation coordinates and manages all activities linked to Terre des hommes in Jordan: external representation and networking, fundraising, staff management, safety and security, finance, and administration, oversees operations at country level. He/she supports Terre des hommes advocacy at national level and when possible, at the regional level. Builds and manages partnerships. He/she manages and develops the organisation's country strategy jointly with the Operations Unit in HQ.   Overarching responsibilities :   ·       Under the supervision of the Deputy to the Operations Manager, he/she ensures the proper functioning of operations at the national level; as such he/she represents the Foundation in the assignment country. ·       He/She directs and supervises all activities connected to the Tdh projects in his/her assignment country in line with the SP (Strategic Plan) and strategic orientations. ·       He/She represents Tdh (including legally) and promotes the entirety of its remit in the assignment country. ·       He/She demonstrates ethical and exemplary leadership in order to maintain the Foundation's good reputation and leads all the delegation's collaborators in a shared vision in compliance with the Foundation's strategic orientations. ·       In collaboration with the programs and expertise, he/she develops the Strategic Plan of the Delegation's operations in compliance with the general reference framework. ·       He/She develops and guarantees the implementation of the Delegation's Annual Operational Plans (AOPs) in compliance with the Strategic Plan and internal processes (budgetary management, HR and logistics management, quality and accountability). ·       He/She guarantees the implementation of an operational risk-management system for the Delegation. ·       He/She supervises and supports all staff attached to the Delegation. ·       He/She ensures the Delegation's internal and external communications. ·       He/She feels accountable to the beneficiaries, collaborators, and donors. ·       He/She makes sure that his/her teams and partners have learned the security policies and the general code of conduct and always comply with them. ·       He/She is responsible for the security of the Tdh teams under his/her responsibility and is in charge of the security rules and the contingency plans of the country or countries under his/her responsibility. ·       Manages and assumes ultimate responsibility for the risks and access aspects of the mission.   The full job description will be shared with the candidates selected to start the recruitment process.   Profile :   Education : Master University degree in relevant field   Experience & Competencies : ·       Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar position. ·       Prior experience in the Mena Region. ·       Reliable and independent with a strong organizational capacity, decision-making and conflict resolution.  ·       Experience in developing partnerships, identifying new opportunities, and mobilizing resources.   ·       Experience of working with institutional and private donors. ·       Experience in successfully managing various forms of partnership with National and International NGOs. ·       Knowledge of Child Protection, A2J programs. ·       Excellent interpersonal qualities: integrity, a capacity to judge and diplomacy.  ·       Proactive, rigorous and a results-driven attitude.     Languages : Excellent oral and writing skills in English, Arabic an asset.   IT : High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Conditions: ·     Swiss contract ·     Gross monthly salary between CHF 5'200.- and CHF 5'700.- depending on experience -x13,36 months ·     Insurances: sickness, accident, repatriation ·     Annual leaves: 25 days/year ·     Flights to duty station and back     Tdh Global Code of Conduct and Risk Management Policies : ·     Fully complies with Tdh's Global Code of Conduct and systematically reports any breach to the Code through the whistleblowing procedure: raises awareness within the Foundation on abuse and violence and the rights deriving therefrom, respecting the rights and dignity of children, members of the communities and our own Staff ·     Commits to respecting Risk Management Policies including: Safeguarding Policies (Child Safeguarding Policy, Policy on the Protection against Sexual Exploitation and the Directive on Staff Misconduct at the Workplace), Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption and Prevention of the Financing of Criminal Activities Policies ·     Commits to reducing the risk of abuse and harm by developing a culture of open and informed leadership within the organization and in our work with children and the communities in which we intervene in.   We offer an exciting and varied work, useful and meaningful, in a team that wants to make a difference for vulnerable children.   Are you interested? Do you want to face this challenge?   Procedure : Please apply directly to our email address: ressources.humaines@tdh.org With the name of the post in the subject line of the email. Applications will only be processed if they are complete (CV + covering letter). Additional documents (diplomas, work certificates, etc.) will be requested at a later stage. Shortlisted candidates will only be contacted as part of the selection process. Due to the large number of applications received, we are unfortunately unable to follow up all candidates personally. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, please consult the FAQ below the job offers.

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20/03/2024

Chief of Staff

Switzerland, Vaud, Lausanne - Terre des hommes

Starting date : as soon as possible Duration : open-ended contract Work percentage: 100% Location : Lausanne Deadline for applications : 31st March 2024   Tdh : Terre des hommes (Tdh) is Switzerland's largest child relief organisation. Since 1960, Tdh has been helping to build a better future for disadvantaged children and their communities through innovative and sustainable solutions. Present in 26 countries with an operational budget of over 100 million Swiss francs, Tdh works with local and international partners to develop and implement projects in the field which improve the daily lives of over four million children and their families in the fields of health, Access to Justice and Migration but also protection and emergency. This commitment is financed by individual and institutional support, with administrative costs kept to a minimum.    Mission : The Chief of Staff works directly with the Director General. S/he supports the Tdh's leadership in achieving its strategic goals and objectives by providing strategic guidance, coordination, and oversight of key initiatives. S/he monitors the progress of transformational projects by ensuring appropriate change management. The Chief of Staff also acts as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, helping to shape and execute the Tdh's vision and priorities.   Main responsibilities : Direct support to the Director General (DG) and to the leadership team ·       Ensure the DG's involvement in project or decision-making processes taking place at key times, where the DG's input and authority are most needed ·       Advice, support and accompany the DG as well the leadership team in the definition of the multiyear strategic plan ·    In close collaboration with the DG, ensure the steering of the implementation of the foundation's strategy and other institutional strategic projects, in particular of     transformational nature    ·       Upon request, represent the DG at internal meetings and in external events ·       Participate and contribute to the Directorate sessions as a strategic advisor ·       Participate and contribute to the work of the organisation's commissions, 1) Ethics and 2) Political Positioning in Switzerland ·       Supervise the staff of the Chief of Staff Office   Organisational Performance  ·       Ensure the development and implementation of quality and accountability standards in the organization  ·       Ensure that the tools needed to steer the organization's global strategy are in place and used ·       Ensure optimization of macro processes ·       Provide guidance and support in furthering the culture of Innovation within the organization ·       Ensure implementation of G&D policy and further development towards D&I   Transformation and Change Management ·       Define Change Management Framework and ensure adjustments to needs ·       Ensure appropriate engagement of managers in transformational initiatives ·       Monitor progress of institutional projects and report regularly to the Directorate ·       Supervise Tdh's agenda on climate change (roadmap 2030, advocacy, support to the OP in programme change) ·       Contribute to foster the culture of innovation   Institutional partnerships and alliances /management responsibility ·       Maintain and develop the relationship with partners/ alliances by including internal stakeholders ·       Ensure appropriate and competent representation of Tdh in the different global networks (alliances) by involving internal stakeholders   Institutional Advocacy ·       Be an active member of the steering committee on Advocacy ·       Provide strategic advice on priority topics    Communication (internal and external) ·       Advice and support the DG on internal and external communication on strategic topics ·       Prepare relevant information to allow the DG to manage internal and external communication in a well-informed manner   Profil : ·       University education or equivalent ·       10 years of experience in international leadership role in humanitarian and/or development assistance, both at headquarters and in the field ·       Proven experience in organizational transformation and risk management ·       Proven experience in project management ·       Excellent strategic thinking, analysis, synthesis and great capacity to simplify complexity ·       High standard on ethical and exemplary leadership, managerial excellence ·       Very strong team spirit, collaboration and ability to contribute to cohesion ·       Very strong capacity to work in a transversal and multidisciplinary manner ·       Ability to work in a multicultural context with a variety of people ·       Excellent interpersonal communication skills (active listening skills) ·       High performance in networking and representation ·       Excellent writing and representation skills in French and English ·       Fluency in German ·       Great flexibility, reactivity, adaptability, pragmatism   Tdh Global Code of Conduct and Risk Management Policies :  ·       Fully complies with Tdh's Global Code of Conduct and systematically reports any breach to the Code through the whistleblowing procedure: raises awareness within the Foundation on abuse and violence and the rights deriving therefrom, respecting the rights and dignity of children, members of the communities and our own Staff ·       Commits to respecting Risk Management Policies including: Safeguarding Policies (Child Safeguarding Policy, Policy on the Protection against Sexual Exploitation and the Directive on Staff Misconduct at the Workplace), Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption and Prevention of the Financing of Criminal Activities Policies ·       Commits to reducing the risk of abuse and harm by developing a culture of open and informed leadership within the organization and in our work with children and the communities in which we intervene in.     We offer you an exciting and varied job that is both useful and meaningful, as part of a team that wants to make a difference for children in highly vulnerable situations.   Are you interested? Are you ready to take on this challenge?      Procedure :   Please apply directly to our email address: ressources.humaines@tdh.org With the name of the post in the subject line of the email. Applications will only be processed if they are complete (CV + covering letter). Additional documents (diplomas, work certificates, etc.) will be requested at a later stage. Shortlisted candidates will only be contacted as part of the selection process. Due to the large number of applications received, we are unfortunately unable to follow up all candidates personally. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, please consult the FAQ below the job offers.  

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19/03/2024

Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Head of Coordination Section - P4

Switzerland, Geneva, Geneva - OCHA

Org. Setting and Reporting Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions. This position specific-job opening is being advertised for the position of Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Head of Coordination in Kyiv, Ukraine. Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office OCHA Ukraine, the incumbent will report to the Deputy Head of Office (DHoO).   Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Head of Coordination Section will be responsible for the following duties: • Serves as a senior policy officer; advise on overall policy direction on specific issues; and, more generally, reviews and provides advice on a diverse range of policy issues related to safeguarding humanitarian principles and ensuring the effective delivery of humanitarian assistance and the linkages with other related areas (e.g. human rights). • Prepares policy position papers for review. • Monitors, analyzes and reports on humanitarian developments, disaster relief/management programmes or emergency situations in Ukraine. Leads and/or participates in large, complex projects, to include disaster assessment or other missions; coordinates international humanitarian/emergency assistance for complex emergency/disaster situations; ensures necessary support (e.g. staff, funding, specialized equipment, supplies, etc.); prepares situation reports to the international community, apprising of situation to date and specifying unmet requirements. • Leads the Humanitarian Programme Cycle process and the production of appeals for international assistance; advice senior management on innovative approaches; monitors the alignment of donor contributions to the annual strategic response plan. • Contribute to capacity-building and localization initiatives for handling emergency situations; develops country-specific indicators in collaboration with area experts and ensures the subsequent monitoring of these indicators; recommends actions based on the analysis of pertinent information. • Initiates and coordinates activities related to technical cooperation and technical assistance projects in disaster response and disaster response preparedness; formulates project proposals and relevant project documents; provides technical support to field work; reviews project reports for submission to governments. • Analyzes and assists in introducing new technologies for disaster warning/management. • Assists or leads, as appropriate, in the preparation of OCHA reports, studies, background papers, policy guidelines, correspondence, presentations, background papers, policy guidelines. • Partners with other humanitarian agencies to plan and evaluate complex humanitarian and emergency assistance programmes; helps ensure that latest findings, lessons learned, policy guidelines, etc. are incorporated into these activities, including gender-related considerations. • Establishes and maintains contacts with other UN agencies, non-governmental organizations; ensures appropriate mechanisms to facilitate collaboration and exchange of information both in and outside the UN system, including on early warning and contingency planning. • Serves as the primary focal point on specific topics or policy-related issues; keeps abreast of latest developments, liaises with other humanitarian organizations, ensures appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms; provides information and advice on a range of related issues. • Organizes and participates in work groups, meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners humanitarian and emergency relief-related matters. • Participate in planning and preparation of unit budget and work program. • Provides leadership and work direction to assigned work team, and/or mentors, supervises the work and manage performance of new/junior officers. • Performs other duties as required.   Competencies • PROFESSIONALISM:  Knowledge of wide range of humanitarian assistance and coordination, emergency relief, and related humanitarian issues, including approaches and techniques to address difficult problems. Analytical capacity and in particular the ability to analyze and articulate the humanitarian dimension of issues which require a coordinated UN response. Ability to identify issues and judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems. Ability to conduct research, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the humanitarian situation in assigned country/area. Ability to build networks, negotiate and to influence others to reach agreement.  Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery). Knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian affairs and knowledge of the institutions of the UN system. Demonstrated ability to complete in-depth studies and to formulate conclusions/recommendations.  Ability to relate humanitarian affairs issues and perspectives, including gender issues, to political, economic, social and human rights programmes in affected country/region.  Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • COMMUNICATION:  Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • PLANNING and ORGANIZING:  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. • JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING : Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision; Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; Checks assumptions against facts; Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; Makes tough decisions when necessary   Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.    Work Experience A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or other related area is required. A minimum of four (4) years of relevant humanitarian experience at the international level is required. Experience in managing teams in humanitarian operations is required. At least five (5) years in the past seven (7) years of humanitarian experience in the field (actual setting where a mission and/or project is being implemented) in emergency situations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is desirable. Experience in the UN Common System or other comparable international organization in similar function is desirable. Experience in the coordination of large-scale inter-agency processes (appeals, needs analyses, etc.) is desirable.   Languages French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is desirable.   Assessment The evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.   Special Notice  This position is funded for a finite period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and the availability of the funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-general and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. External candidates (including OCHA temporary appointees and OCHA national field staff) who are selected for a position in field duty stations may be strategically placed on a fixed term appointment limited to a specific position or to a specific country office in accordance to the paragraph 2.2 (b) of administrative instruction ST/AI/2013/1 on the administration of fixed-term appointment which provides that an FTA may be granted to individuals who are "(b) Selected but not reviewed by a Secretariat review body for appointments limited to specific entities".   United Nations Considerations  According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.  The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship.  Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c).  Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised.  This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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17/03/2024 - 31/03/2024

Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Special Assistant - P3

Jordan, Amman, Amman - OCHA

Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the Operations and Advocacy Division (OAD), Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions. This position-specific job opening is being advertised for the position of Humanitarian Affairs Officer / Special Assistant based in the Regional Office of Syria Crisis (ROSC) in Amman, Jordan. The Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Special Assistant reports directly to the Regional Humanitarian Coordinator.   Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Special Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Assists the Regional Humanitarian Coordinator as Special Assistant. • Monitors, analyzes and reports on humanitarian developments, disaster relief/management or emergency situations in assigned country/area. • Organizes and prepares studies on humanitarian, emergency relief and related issues; organizes follow-up work, including interagency technical review meetings to support policy development work and decision-making on important issues. • Participates in large, complex projects, to include disaster assessment or other missions; assists in the coordination of international humanitarian/emergency assistance for complex emergency/disaster situations and in ensuring the necessary support (e.g. staff, funding, specialized equipment, supplies, etc.); drafts situation reports to the international community, apprising of situation to date and specifying unmet requirements of stricken countries. • Partners with other humanitarian agencies to plan and evaluate humanitarian and emergency assistance programmes and help ensure that latest findings, lessons learned, policy guidelines, etc. are incorporated into these activities, including gender-related considerations. • Assists in the production of appeals for international assistance; ensures the proper use and spending of donor contributions channeled through OCHA. • Establishes and maintains contacts with government officials, other UN agencies, non-governmental organizations, diplomatic missions, media, etc. • Undertakes and provides support to technical assistance and other field missions, e.g. participates in field trips to undertake in-depth reviews of specific country coordination mechanisms. • Prepares or contributes to the preparation of various written reports, documents and communications, e.g., drafts sections of studies, background papers, policy guidelines, parliamentary documents, briefings, case studies, presentations, correspondence, etc. • Serves as the primary focal point on specific topics or policy-related issues; keeps abreast of latest developments, liaises with other humanitarian organizations, donors, etc., ensures appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms; provides information and advice on a range of related issues. • Reviews and provides advice on policy issues related to safeguarding humanitarian principles and ensuring the effective delivery of humanitarian assistance. • Organizes and participates in work groups, meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners on humanitarian and emergency relief-related matters. • Provides guidance to, and may supervise, new/junior staff. • Performs other duties as required.   Competencies  • PROFESSIONALISM:  Knowledge and understanding of humanitarian, emergency relief assistance and related humanitarian issues. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection.  Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases.  Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, work under pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g., civil strife, natural disasters, and human misery). Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • TEAMWORK:  Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.   Education   An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.     Work Experience A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or other related area is required. Experience working in a senior UN (or comparable organization) official's front office is required. Experience in a humanitarian context within the UN common system or in a comparable international organization is required. Experience in drafting and editing official reports and correspondence is desirable. Relevant experience at the international level is desirable. Experience in the Middle East region is desirable.   Languages French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable.   Assessment The evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.   Special Notice This position is funded for a finite period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and the availability of the funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-general and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. External candidates (including OCHA temporary appointees and OCHA national field staff) who are selected for a position in field duty stations may be strategically placed on a fixed term appointment limited to a specific position or to a specific country office in accordance to the paragraph 2.2 (b) of administrative instruction ST/AI/2013/1 on the administration of fixed-term appointment which provides that an FTA may be granted to individuals who are "(b) Selected but not reviewed by a Secretariat review body for appointments limited to specific entities".   United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.  The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship.  Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c).  Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised.  This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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15/03/2024 - 11/04/2024

Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Planning - P3

United States of America, New York, New York - OCHA

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Strategic Planning, Budget and Finance Section, in the Executive Office, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in New York. OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions. This position-specific job opening is being advertised for the position of Humanitarian Affairs Officer/ Planning in New York at UNHQ. The incumbent will report to the Head of the Strategic Planning Unit which is within the Strategic Planning, Budget and Finance Section.   Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Planning will be responsible for the following duties: • Monitors, analyzes and reports on humanitarian developments, disaster relief/management or emergency situations in assigned country/area. • Organizes and prepares studies on humanitarian, emergency relief and related issues; organizes follow-up work, including interagency technical review meetings to support policy development work and decision-making on important issues, undertakes survey initiatives, such as OCHA's annual Partner Survey; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions, • Participates in large, complex projects, to include disaster assessment or other missions; assists in the coordination of international humanitarian/emergency assistance for complex emergency/disaster situations and in ensuring the necessary support (e.g. staff, funding, specialized equipment, supplies, etc.); drafts situation reports to the international community, apprising of situation to date and specifying unmet requirements of stricken countries. • Partners with other humanitarian agencies to plan and evaluate humanitarian and emergency assistance programmes and help ensure that latest findings, lessons learned, policy guidelines, etc. are incorporated into these activities, including gender-related considerations. • Supports OCHA's annual corporate work planning and reporting processes, including: the development and monitoring of annual strategies, work plans and performance indicators working with key OCHA staff in HQ and field offices, • Establishes and maintains contacts with government officials, other UN agencies, non-governmental organizations, diplomatic missions, media, coordinating OCHA's input to the UN's annual strategic framework - consisting of the development of the programmatic strategy and budget, and reporting against the outputs, expected accomplishments and indicators of achievement through the Strategy Management Application (SMA) in Umoja • Undertakes and provides support to technical assistance and other field missions, e.g. participates in field trips to undertake in-depth reviews of specific country coordination mechanisms.    • Prepares or contributes to the preparation of various written reports, documents and communications, e.g. drafts sections of studies, background papers, policy guidelines, parliamentary documents, briefings, case studies, presentations, correspondence, the development of OCHA's annual planning and end-of -year reporting guidance; and liaison with HQ Branches and field offices to help fulfil external corporate reporting obligations, etc. • Serves as the primary focal point on specific topics or policy-related issues; keeps abreast of latest developments, liaises with other humanitarian organizations, donors, etc., ensures appropriate monitoring and reporting mechanisms; provides information and advice on a range of related issues. • Reviews and provides advice on policy issues related to safeguarding humanitarian principles and ensuring the effective delivery of humanitarian assistance. • Organizes and participates in work groups, meetings, conferences, consultations with other agencies and partners on humanitarian and emergency relief-related matters. • Provides guidance to, and may supervise, new/junior staff. • Performs other duties as required.   Competencies • PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of a range of humanitarian assistance, emergency relief and related human rights issues, including approaches and techniques to address difficult problems. Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to strategic planning, results-based management, performance management, in particular within a humanitarian and or related humanitarian assistance. Analytical capacity and in particular the ability to analyze and articulate the humanitarian dimension of issues which require a coordinated UN response.  Ability to identify issues and judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a wide range of problems. Ability to conduct research, including ability to evaluate and integrate information from a variety of sources and assess impact on the humanitarian rights situation in assigned country/area. Ability to work under extreme pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery); ability to provide guidance to new/junior staff.  Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • PLANNING and ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.   Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, public administration, international studies, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.   Work Experience A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or other related area is required. Experience in strategic planning and Results Based Management is required. Experience in designing organizational performance monitoring systems is desirable. Experience within the UN Common System or a comparable international organization is desirable. At least two (2) years in the last five (5) years of international field experience (actual setting where a mission or project is being implemented) in aid operations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is desirable.   Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post fluency in English. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.   Assessment The evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.   Special Notice This position is funded for a finite period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and the availability of the funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-general and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.   United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.  The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship.  Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c).  Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised.  This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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Technical Officer (Gender, Equity and Human Rights) - P4

Italy, Veneto, Venice - World Health Organization

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME The Division of Country Health Policies and Systems (CPS) assists countries in the Region with the design and implementation of appropriate health policies and systems to strengthen universal health coverage. It works to strengthen data-driven, evidence-informed, contextually tailored health policy development and implementation at national, regional, and local levels, taking an inclusive approach across the life course. The Division advocates strengthening of public health leadership, focusing on implementing policies that are people-centred, promote health, prevent illness, and address the social and economic determinants of health while fostering leadership on equity, human rights, and gender mainstreaming in health. It focuses on building capacity for health systems innovation to enable the sustainable delivery of high-quality primary health and community services that are effectively linked to hospitals, mental health, public health, and social care services. To do so, CPS supports country efforts to facilitate access to leave nobody behind, to improve financial protection, to strengthen the health workforce, to increase access to affordable medicines and technologies, and to promote the uptake and implementation of digital technology. The WHO European Office for Investment in Health and Development (IHD) based in Venice is a center of excellence in the areas of health equity, gender, rights and social and economic determinants of health. It plays a key role in promoting investment for health and wellbeing, in the context of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the European Programme of Work (EPW). The IHD Office develops metrics, evidence, tools, partnerships and advocates for people-focused investment in health equity, public goods for health and health systems. It supports Member States and partners to implement solutions where people's health and well-being are firmly at the center of fiscal and economic decision-making and policy development. At country level it works to strengthen awareness of the links between health, social and economic policies and the impact of social and health inequities on achieving inclusive growth, sustainable development and resilient health systems. Particular attention is given to inclusiveness and promotion of gender equality and human rights, in line with GPW13, EPW and WHO discussions with Member States. Implementation and support at country level is facilitated through direct country technical assistance and the coordination of scientific research, multi-country policy networks, innovation pilot sites, learning exchange and capacity building at local, regional, national and sub-regional levels. The Venice Office acts a focal point and technical lead on the implementation of the WHO Roadmap on gender equality, human rights. The Venice office also provides backstopping to HQ on the evidence, best practices and impact of nondiscriminatory, healthy fiscal and economic policies as inputs to UN and WHO Multilateral Partnership, priority initiatives and fora. 2023-2030   DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES To provide technical leadership on human rights, violence against women and gender to countries in developing policies, strategies and frameworks that are gender responsive and human rights based. To oversee and support the development and uptake of evidence, tools, and advocacy efforts to a) capacity building of WHO staff and technical counterparts, and b) facilitate and monitor advances in the implementation of the GRE WHO Roadmap. Under the guidance of the Senior adviser on gender and human rights, the incumbent carries out the following core responsibilities and tasks: - Act as WHO lead expert on health human rights and on gender-based violence. - Design and carry out multi-country capacity building and know-how exchanges in the form of various events such as visits, meetings, seminars, conferences, etc. aimed at strengthening human rights based approaches and the health systems response to violence against women. - Provide advice to Member States on specific issues where human rights, including gender equality, need special attention across the work of WHO, such as sexual and reproductive rights, patients' rights, the health rights of migrants, the human rights aspects of violence against women and the trafficking of human beings, right to health of minorities such as LGBTIQ. This would include producing clear and authoritative written materials such as policy briefings, presentations, and synthesis reports. - Strengthening advocacy and partnership building efforts including developing and maintaining networks of knowledge sharing inside WHO and across Member States. - Key partnerships include UN agencies and IBC Gender, EIGE and other EU players, Global Campus on Human Rights and national bodies and collaborating centers. - Facilitate and monitor the development and implementation of the EURO Action Plan of the WHOGRE Roadmap across technical programmes and country offices. This would include building capacity and strengthening networks of focal points, share knowledge and produce evidence and tools on gender, human rights and health equity, and be the EURO focal point in the GRE Global network as required by the Senior Adviser. - Represent the WHO European Office for IHD at regional meetings and events, specifically to present evidence and best practices to policymakers. - Perform any other duties within the technical area of responsibility as assigned by the supervisors.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Essential: University degree (Master's level) in Public Policy, Political &Social Sciences, Law or Public Health. Desirable: Postgraduate degreein any of the above.  Experience Essential: At least 7 years of professional experience in the field of human rights,gender and violence against women. Demonstrated experience in capacity building in countries and internationally.Demonstrated experience of Project Management of health-relatedprojects/initiatives. Desirable: Relevant work experience in the WHO or the UN, or in developmentassistance organizations in the areas of human rights, violence against womenand gender. Experience in working with countries within the WHO European region  Skills - Excellent knowledge of the current trends, evidence and policies on gender based and human rights approaches to health, with a deep knowledge of health systems response to violence against women. - Strong written and presentation skills including a proven ability to understand and translate complex conceptual frameworks and evidence on human rights and health into understandable language for a broad audience of multi-sectoral policymakers. - Broad knowledge of European countries' priorities and challenges in gender, equity and rights at national, sub-national and Pan European levels. Knowledge of key stakeholders on gender and human rights at the European and international level. - Emotional intelligence: Ability to identify and manage one's own emotions, as well as helping others to do the same.WHO Competencies Teamwork Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences Communication Moving forward in a changing environment Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond Use of Language Skills Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Russian, French, German.   REMUNERATION WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2165 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level - Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. - A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening. - In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. - According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. - Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual. - Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply. - The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion reasonableaccommodation@who.int - An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the [WHO Values Charter](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice. - WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates. - Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world. - WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. - The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered. - Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [shws@who.int](mailto: shws@who.int). - WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. - For information on WHO's operations please visit: [http://www.who.int.](http://www.who.int./) - In case the website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click this link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: [Instructions for candidates](http://who.int/careers/process/instructions-for-candidates.pdf?ua=1)  This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). 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15/03/2024 - 04/04/2024

Stagiaire académique

Mozambique, Maputo, Maputo - Embassy of Switzerland in Mozambique

L'Ambassade de Suisse au Mozambique offre aux diplômé(e)s des hautes écoles la possibilité de se familiariser avec le monde de la diplomatie et les relations bilatérales de la Suisse avec le Mozambique dans le cadre d'un stage à plein temps. En tant que stagiaire académique, vous assisterez l'ambassade dans l'observation des développements de la politique intérieure et extérieure, de l'économie, ainsi que de la situation des droits de l'homme et de l'environnement. Vous effectuez des recherches dans les domaines de la politique, des médias, du droit et de la sécurité, rédigez des rapports et des communications et participez à des manifestations internes et externes. Vous soutenez l'équipe dans l'organisation d'événements de la représentation ainsi que dans le domaine de la coopération et de l'aide au développement. Ce stage varié comprend des activités de contenu, d'organisation et d'administration. Diplôme universitaire de préférence un master en droit international Compétences conceptuelles et analytiques et analyse politique Capacité à appréhender rapidement des situations complexes Travail indépendant et fiable Très bonnes conaissances linguistiques dans deux langues officielles et en anglais (portugais serait un atout)

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15/03/2024 - 15/04/2024

Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer - P2

Switzerland, Geneva, Geneva - OCHA

Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the Peer 2 Peer Project in the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention, and facilitate sustainable solutions. The P2P provides peer-to-peer support for country operations to bring about a better collective (system-wide) humanitarian response. Its primary focus is to support Humanitarian Coordinators (HCs) and Humanitarian Country Teams (HCTs) to strengthen collective humanitarian response in field operations. It conducts missions with teams of senior UN and NGO peers that use a bottom-up and participatory change management approach to identify specific HCT actions that will strengthen the ability to deliver assistance effectively and collectively. The Peer-2-Peer Project has a secondary focus on learning. The project shares practical examples between HCs and HCTs from different field operations, of how complex problems have been tackled. Learning products can take the form of a short explanatory note or a case study; or it can be in the form of a webinar where HCs and senior NGO officials from the field talk about the ways in which they have overcome challenge. This position-specific job opening is being advertised for the position of Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer in Geneva, Switzerland, the incumbent will report to the Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer (SHAO).   Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Associate Humanitarian Affairs Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • In consultation with a Senior Humanitarian Affairs Officer, assists in the design and preparation of studies on humanitarian, disaster, emergency relief and related issues and in various follow-up activities. • Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources on assigned topics/issues. • Contributes to the preparation of various written documents, e.g. drafts sections of studies, background papers, policy guidelines, parliamentary documents etc. • Develops and maintains reference/resource information on specific topics or policy-related issues; responds to various inquiries and information requests internally and externally. • Assists in the production of appeals for international assistance; ensures the proper use and spending of donor contributions channeled through OCHA. • Assists in the organization of webinars (identifying Topic, Panelist, creating the webinar invite, presentation, outline, event recording loading on YouTube and creating the webpage on www.deliveraidbetter.org, maintaining the Peer 2 Peer website; serves as reporter to such events • Assists in scheduling meetings with the team and daily maintenance of Director's calendar and mission planning. • Assists in the preparation of budget of the section and enable timely reporting to donors; • Maintains awareness of current humanitarian affairs and related issues, to include relevant political, policy, gender considerations or other developments in specific subject area, country or region concerned. • Participates in technical assistance, disaster assessment or other missions. • Participates in project/programme formulation and mobilization of relevant resources. • Performs other duties as required.   Competencies  • PROFESSIONALISM:  Knowledge and understanding of humanitarian, emergency relief assistance and related human rights issues. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to develop sources for data collection.  Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including  familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases.  Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, work under pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery). Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • COMMUNICATION:  Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. • PLANNING and ORGANIZING:  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.   Education  An advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in political science, social science, international studies, public administration, economics, engineering, earth sciences or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A first-level university degree and no experience will be accepted for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).     Work Experience  A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in humanitarian affairs, emergency preparedness, crisis/emergency relief management, rehabilitation, development, or the successful completion of the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP)/United Nations National Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE) or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P) is required. Experience in coordinating mission planning, agenda and communicating with humanitarian partners at Headquarters and field is required. Experience in drafting reports; donor proposals; briefings; presentations etc., is required Experience in digital information management and analysis tools is desirable.   Languages French and English are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.  Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.   Assessment The evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.   Special Notice This position is funded for a finite period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and the availability of the funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-general and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.   United Nations Considerations   According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term "sexual exploitation" means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term "sexual abuse" means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.  The term "sexual harassment" means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator's working relationship.  Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c).  Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised.  This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on "Manuals" in the "Help" tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.   This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:  - Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a [Job Application Support](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).  - Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a [Job Application Support](http://www.cinfo.ch/en/job-application-support).  - Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):  - Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.  - Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: [Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/find-a-job/positioning-swiss-nationals-in-multilateral-organisations/interview-and-assessment-centre-preparation-for-jobs-in-multilateral-organisations). Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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